Crime
Crime remains a significant concern for the UK jewellery trade, with retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers facing risks from theft, fraud, and organised criminal activity. Staying informed about crime trends, prevention strategies, and security innovations is essential for protecting staff, stock, and premises. Jewellery Focus covers crime-related news and insights, including high-profile incidents, police initiatives, and practical advice for trade professionals on mitigating risks and strengthening business resilience.
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Nov- 2012 -28 NovemberTrade Organisations
‘Gold Standard’ second-hand precious metals initiative gathers momentum
The voluntary Gold Standard second-hand precious metals initiative has gained new support thanks to Herfordshire Police Force, which has adopted the system.
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Oct- 2012 -31 OctoberEvents
National Association of Goldsmiths’ first conference a “smash hit”
The National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG) held its first Retail Security Conference on 16 October, which was very well received by organisers and jewellers in attendance of the inaugural event.
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4 OctoberCurrent Affairs
Police raid Hatton Garden premises for stolen goods
Several Hatton Garden jewellery retailers were raided by Camden Police yesterday, on suspicion of handling stolen goods.
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Jul- 2012 -30 JulyCurrent Affairs
Surrey Police launch suspect identification app
The Surrey Police have launched a mobile phone application that allows members of the public to help identify suspects at the touch of a button.
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30 JulyRetailers
Over one million small businesses victims of crime in the past two years
According to research from Direct Line for Business, almost one in four small businesses (24 per cent) have been the victim of business crime in the past two years.
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Jun- 2012 -18 JuneCurrent Affairs
Lord Henley praises the Gold Standard
The Code of Conduct for the Purchase of Second-hand Precious Metals & Jewellery has been created to help protect jewellers and members of the public when dealing with the face-to-face purchase of scrap precious metals.
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May- 2012 -29 MayRetailers
Police appeal for Chipping Sodbury theft information
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after thieves smashed the window of Sodbury Jewellers to steal the jewellery on display.
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14 MayCurrent Affairs
Police support needed in fight against shop violence, says BRC
The British Retail Consortium's (BRC) latest annual crime survey has revealed that more than 35,000 members of staff working in retail suffered physical or verbal abuse during a 12-month period.
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